🌵 RIU SANTA FE FULL TOUR 2020 | CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO

This video was filmed March 7, 2020
In this video, we want to show you a FULL TOUR of the RIU SANTA FE in CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO! RIU Santa Fe is a great resort if you’re on a budget. It’s a large resort with big pools, and plenty of options for food and drinks! RIU PARTY is also located on the resort grounds between Villas 8 & 9. Don’t miss the Jungle, White, Neon, and Pink parties! They are wild!!! If you liked the video, hit the thumbs up, and leave us a message or question down in the comments. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel for more tours of hotels/resorts around the world ✈️🌴
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TIME STAMPS:
LOBBY - 1:20
RIU PARTY - 3:00
EL MEDANO + MENU (MEXICAN) - 3:53
ZASHILA + MENU (ASAIN) - 4:22
MAIN BUFFET - 4:58
CARUSSO + MENU (ITALIAN) - 6:39
DISCO (PACHA) - 8:27
THEATER - 8:39
SPORT BAR - 9:13
MAIN POOL - 9:50
VILLAS RESORT LAYOUT - 11:20
RIU SPLASH KIDS - 15:09
RIU PARTY LOCATION - 15:53
SPLASH WATERWORLD - 17:18
RIU FIT SCHEDULE - 18:02
SPA & FITNESS CENTER - 18:13
BEACH POOL AND BARS - 18:50
VILLA 7 - OCEANVIEWS - 21:30
BEACH - 24:00
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Travel VLOG #25 | RIU Santa Fe | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | Shot March 2020
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Hey there Traveler!
We’re Andrew and Mona - travel bloggers!
We absolutely LOVE to travel, and we are very happy to share our experiences, traveler tips, and reviews with you. We want you to be informed on your travels so you can make the most out of your time with your loved ones! So whether you’re seeking adventure, culture, or just relaxing on the beach with a drink in hand (cheers by the way), you will find helpful resources, stories, and traveler tips in our blog!
Happy travels!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have you been to RIU Santa Fe? Have a question about the resort, leave us a comment down below. If you want to see more resort tours - SUBSCRIBE to our channel ^^^ -- Don't forget to leave a thumbs up! :D Have a wonderful day!

[@linasom0305]

Where we going Next? - i went in august of 2019 and it was so much fun 😭😭 i really miss it so much and hope we can travel back to mexico again soon

[@WherewegoingNext]

Couldn’t agree more!! Stay safe!

[@2010edwin]

Do you know if you can upgrade to move to villa 7? We are going in may 2021 hoping to get as close to ocean lol

[@WherewegoingNext]

@@2010edwin always worth a call down to the resort to check if a move is possible. If not, ask on checkin. I reckon they’ll do what they can!

[@VegaTravelTips]

Nice resort, I had so much fun, that I only uploaded a video of our suite here. Thx for vid

[@jackcampbell4465]

You videos are concise but thorough. Appreciate your complete walkthroughs without it being laborious. Subscribed.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Jack Campbell thanks Jack!! We appreciate your kind words. I have to tell you a funny story... when you subscribed, I had to show my wife, and we were both ecstatic! You see, Jack Campbell is the main character in one of our favourite Christmas movies: The Family Man! Thanks for making our day!

[@reyben374]

Went here last year. Great resort, we spent a lot of time near the pools by the beach.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Awesome. Pools and beach seem pretty good right now!!

[@aubietigr42]

We just wanted to say, thank you very much for all your hard work, this is the best resort tour video that we have ever seen.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Amy awww thank you so much Amy. So glad that you found it helpful! ☺️☺️☺️. This is the best comment we’ve ever seen ! ❤️

[@MaribelMartinez-db3gl]

Thank you ❤️

[@dratkcufaeruoy]

Awesome video. Thank you. We’re on our way there tomorrow. Thank you for making the review about the hotel and not being a narcissistic weirdo like the many other video “reviews” on resorts. Very informative and helpful!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Hahahah happy to do my part!! Glad you liked it!

[@jenniferbrown5183]

I’m going here in 8days so thanks for the tour and the heads up!! Really enjoyed your video!!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thank you !! Enjoy your trip! Let us know how it was! ☺️🙌🏻

[@bryanbarker8281]

Great review! Thanks for taking the time to show the resort.

[@WherewegoingNext]

You're welcome ! Happy you enjoyed it. :D

[@annettebyrd8259]

Thank you for this!!! I love a thorough and strait to the point review. I am going to check out your other Rui resort videos!! I want to go in March 2021 for my birthday.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thank you for the kind words!!! You’ll have an amazing time on your birthday at RIU!! And thanks for checking out the other vids too! We’re hoping to be going back to riu soon to shoot more videos. Don’t forget to sub if you haven’t already so you don’t miss them ! ☺️☺️

[@2cuteNmyGT]

Did you go

[@LeeMinglana]

Best video describing everything you need to go to more places!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Haha! Thanks!! Where should we go next?

[@rileymeier9190]

Thanks for this tour!! So helpful. There is a group of us headed there June 14-21, 2022, and we can't wait!

[@WherewegoingNext]

You’re welcome! Hope you have an amazing trip!

[@dianneray1291]

Headed there next year and this video was awesome! Thank you so much!!!

[@WherewegoingNext]

You’re welcome! Enjoy your trip 😊🙏🏻

[@westside7327]

Thank you so much for this video tour this my first time traveling to Mexico in 25 years and thats gonna be my resort and seeing this video its making my vacation alot better!

[@WherewegoingNext]

That’s exciting, have a great trip!

[@ericdudley4169]

Thank you so much! Going in a week and you got me even more excited about this beautiful property!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have fun!

[@liv2324]

What is the name of that electrolyte drink they have in the gift shop for hangovers? I have been dying to see if I can order some 😂

[@ericdudley4169]

In Cabo now KZbin still cued your vlog… sitting on my huge patio in a ocean view suite, building 7, in heaven, thankful that I saw this video to help me choose and appreciate this magnificent resort property. Music to my right, a large fun group having a blast to my left, and the waves crashing in the ocean directly in front of me. Paradise. Fun and alive paradise!

[@WherewegoingNext]

So glad to hear! Enjoy 🙌🏻

[@cindyhewatt3406]

We are going in 7 days, this video is so helpful and I’m getting excited! 😁

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have a wonderful time !! So glad the video was helpful ! 👍🏻

[@LandscapeMaster33]

Heading here in january. Great full review. Cheers

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks ! Appreciate the kind words. Hope you enjoy Santa Fe!!

[@yolondafoster3733]

Thank you for sharing. You really did an awesome job describing each area.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@ed0985587]

Appreciate your in-depth video. This is great!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@garni25]

this was a great review! very helpful thank you

[@WherewegoingNext]

Glad we could help! 😊

[@nachojr97]

Awesome video! My fam is going next week, this got me very excited

[@WherewegoingNext]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 awesome !! Glad you liked it. Have a great time with your family ! Let us know how it was!

[@bigreddog6671]

Been to this resort twice!! Its absolutely awesome!!!!!!!!

[@WherewegoingNext]

I agree!! I really like this resort. I love all the trees that make it feel so tropical!

[@lil_dyl7203]

Ok can someone tell me is this the one shaped like a horseshoe

[@guerothap5262]

Ugh it’s such a wonderful experience I was their for my sisters Wedding and O m g I want to go back so fucking bad😫 La Baja California restaurant had the best best

[@s.s.9542]

Amazing job in capturing all the amenities and details of this resort thank you! My family and I will be there for the fourth of July, celebrating my birthday😊

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have fun celebrating your birthday 🥳!

[@luluhome8187]

Nice! Thank you so much for the info.

[@WherewegoingNext]

You’re welcome! ☺️☺️

[@user-wt7pt9ty5n]

Thank you for your wonderful resort tour . I’m from Barrie , Ontario Canada and just booked my week for April 24.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Enjoy your trip!

[@eivemoreyvalle48]

Excellent video 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@WherewegoingNext]

Eive Morey Valle thank you !! 🙏🏻☺️☺️

[@unclechaneats]

Great detailed video, thanks!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching! 😊🙏🏻

[@sill2834]

Great tour. Thank you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching

[@gabrielreyes8133]

Amazing way to deacribed the resort, 👏👏👏 I have been there like 7 times and It makes me feel like I was waking through each of the walkways in the resort! Very well explained, you hit the nail head! Bravo!! 👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@WherewegoingNext]

Gabriel Reyes thank you so much Gabriel !! We are so glad you loved the video. Make it 8 sometime in the future! Cabo is such a great place to visit. ☺️☺️🥳

[@gabrielreyes8133]

@@WherewegoingNext that's right! Thank you for taking the time to reply back!! 👏👏👏

[@nathaliajavier6937]

Hi!! Which one you think it’s better? This one or the palace?

[@gabrielreyes8133]

@@nathaliajavier6937 Hi Nathalia, this is all based on my experience, after talking to a several of people staying in the other two hotels, I know that since the other two RIU's have access to Santa Fe, they both come to experience the pool party and the rest of the amenities, and they all have agreed that Santa Fe it's more fun, now I have gone to Riu Palace and it's beautiful, but boring, I will recommended if you are 60+ years old and want to have some quiet vacation, which you still can do at Santa Fe, in other pools that are away from the beach, it's more calm, the only thing I will suggest is If you really want to have a nice memorable dinner, try to make a reservation outside of the hotel, their restaurants are ok, and some are better than others, but very basic, nothing extremely fancy or exquisite, but If you don't want to leave the resort, then you have a few options of restaurants between, Steakhouse, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, and International I think, but regarding the staying I will still insist in Santa Fe, If you want to upgrade your staying I will suggest building #7 which is the section of the resort facing towards the ocean! I hope this comment is valuable to you and will help you make your decision on where to stay in Cabo San Lucas. Any other questions I will be more than glad to answer them! ✌

[@nathaliajavier6937]

@@gabrielreyes8133 thank you so much for your help.

[@manaasghar8067]

I have been there 2 years ago was wonderful experience

[@WherewegoingNext]

Cabo is beautiful!! Can’t wait to go back!

[@god6ix849]

Just booked our trip there today! Gonna be there in 1.5 weeks

[@WherewegoingNext]

Enjoy !!!

[@williamwright6509]

the best video ever for explanations , well done , tremendous

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@gabriellaolah2147]

great video with lots of details. thank you very much.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Gabriella Olah you’re very welcome!! We try to be very thorough with our tours!! Glad you enjoyed. Have you visited Riu before ?

[@gabriellaolah2147]

@@WherewegoingNext yes. I have .we been Riu Bambu Dominican republic last year we do love the pool parties. You mentioned at the end of the video that you not recommend to swimming there have to walk 20mins ? The water is very rough?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Gabriella Olah it’s not that it’s rough, but there is a very strong undertow. It’s like this because the beach going into the water is very steep, making the water pull you out when it returns to the sea. Quite dangerous. The party is very fun!

[@gabriellaolah2147]

@@WherewegoingNext I see. So you won't reccomend to swim there at all? Also I read some reviews about items missing. Did u hear any thieves issue while you were there? We planning to go middle of june .

[@WherewegoingNext]

Gabriella Olah I went in the water up to my knees or so, walked a bit down the beach. I could feel the strength of the water as it went back into the ocean. We didn’t hear about any missing items while we were there. I have seen them on the reviews. Best to take care of your stuff.

[@claudiasparkman1572]

Thank you for the fantastic videos of the Riu Santa Fe and Riu Palace Cabo. We are going in October and trying to figure out where to stay. With all the choices, it can be overwhelming.

[@WherewegoingNext]

I know, it can be tough to choose. The Palaces are a lot nicer, better food offerings, and less of a PARTY atmosphere. What is important to you when you go? Kiddos coming along?

[@claudiasparkman1572]

@@WherewegoingNext No kids, so just us. Would love to stay at one of the Palaces but going on a budget as we are meeting up with friends later and staying for a week at another resort.

[@jaymcneill5709]

Great video!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thank you!

[@VegaTravelTips]

Had sooooo much fun that the only thing I recorded was our suite in building 7. Spring break was crazy.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes, that’s definitely a party resort! Glad to hear you had fun!

[@royk870]

Thank you for this resort tour.. going in March

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have a great trip!

[@Moneyplayer44]

Going in November ! I very good overall review and walkthrough !

[@GratefulHeartTravels]

Hello, This was absolutely a phenomenal resort tour by far the best resort tour I have seen in a really long time and I'm also a KZbinr that does resort tours and you helped me improve how I want to do my videos moving forward. So I just wanted to drop a comment, show you some support, and let you know you did an amazing job and definitely helped me to plan my next adventure!! Thank you so much for spending the time to put this together! You've got a new Subscriber!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks so much for the kind words! 🙏🏻❤️

[@Cat-tv2kl]

Great video thanks 🙌

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@roxichalaca4474]

This is helpful, thank you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@jjsunshine4188]

Excellent video thankyou

[@WherewegoingNext]

You’re welcome!

[@corinasansone8978]

Awesome Review Thank you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thank you 🙏🏻!!! Would love to go back there sometime soon! Are you planning a trip?

[@corinasansone8978]

@@WherewegoingNext We actually just got back and I already want to go again! We were disappointed that the RIU Party was closed and so were all of the shows like the Jungle Party and Greek Trapeze due to Covid-19. We also learned the hard way that downloading the RIU App before leaving the states is really important to avoid huge roaming fees. My phone was able to download, but my husbands didn't and I was unaware he was using it so we got a bill for $500 on his phone and paid yesterday - ouch! Also we traveled United and they have an app to download prior to the trip to access wifi in the air and watch movies etc. since a lot of the flights no longer provide movie viewing. All that being said it was magical to be there and unwind and I cannot wait to go again!

[@WherewegoingNext]

@@corinasansone8978 Ohhh Thanks for sharing!! That's good information to know. Awesome to hear you had a wonderful time there.

[@Robee131]

Our most popular hotel of all RIU hotels, classic and different..👍! Looks like Mona and you are crazy about RIU, just like us..😂!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Haha! We have been to quite a few -- still lots to go in the checklist :D How many have you been to?

[@Robee131]

​@@WherewegoingNext We stayed at 9, visited so many. Hope to see you in one of them!

[@WherewegoingNext]

@@Robee131 definitely! Say hi if we cross paths!

[@Robee131]

@@WherewegoingNext Hey guys, I just finished watching your video from RIU Cancun, Cancun and honestly I don't want to leave comment there. We were there in December 2022 and by far the worst RIU ever. Busy crowded place, no greenery, small tiny beach and unsatisfactory service👎! We need to recover, so we're going back to fully renovated Santa Fe on April 20, flight WG571 ( just in case we cross paths ).

[@WherewegoingNext]

Oh wow I’m sorry to hear you had a bad experience! We’ve never stayed there, just toured for the day 🤷🏼‍♀️ let us know how the updated Santa Fe is if we don’t make it!

[@MarioGarcia-rb5df]

VERY GOOD VIDEO THANK YOU

[@WherewegoingNext]

Mario Garcia thank you very much!! Glad you enjoyed it ! ☺️☺️

[@exciterheadbanger666]

Great video. 👍

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks good watching!

[@cori3394]

Thank you for this video! We are planing a trip and I have been so confused on the layout of the hotels and whether santa fe was beach front or not. This answered it all and the beach questions.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thank you! Glad we could help!

[@theodoretoth2884]

Hey brother, hope you and your wife are staying safe during these tough times! Me and Erika are all tired of being basically stuck home! We are going to book a couple day trip to Cabo tomorrow prolly like 5 days just to get away and relax and forget about this Covid for a few days. We watched all three videos you did on every resort lol thank you for your tours! So we were thinking on picking palace Cabo San Lucas figured we can go to Sante fe and Los cobos. All three resorts look beautiful the newest one looks to small in my eyes I agree I like the bigger ones. Just wanted to get your opinion on which one we should book. Thank again man hope your well!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Theodore Toth hey Theodore! Sounds like you’ve got it all picked out, and for good reasons for you and Erika. You’re right, Baja is a bit small, though it is gorgeous. I like the style at CSL, and most of not all the rooms have amazing ocean views. I only recommend Santa Fe to ppl who want a party scene, or just want to save some money. You guys will really enjoy CSL. Let us know how the beach club is!! Thanks for the thoughts! We’re on a roadtrip right now through western Canada. It’s phenomenal!!!! Check out our tours of Fairmont hotels and our roadtrip vlogs coming soonn! You two travel safe too!! 😷 👍🏻 ☺️ Thanks again for watching !!

[@theodoretoth2884]

Where we going Next? Yes of course!! Western Canada is beautiful enjoy that and I look forward to the videos! One of these days since we both love riu so much we should meet at one!! Keep in touch! Be safe

[@dipakmajmundar5457]

I think your video is he best.we are going next week.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have a great trip!

[@lauravalente1300]

been twice worth ittttttt

[@WherewegoingNext]

👊🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@KoAlmaskhan]

Its Mexico??? Wow ..I was only in London and in San-Francisco. But Mexico very beautiful;)

[@WherewegoingNext]

Indeed, this is the Baja California Sur part of Mexico. It's on the west coast of the US - south of California. I was in London last year - beautiful too. Would love to go to San Francisco... heard its spectacular.

[@KoAlmaskhan]

@@WherewegoingNext Ok

[@camvworld5674]

Great video. Thank you for sharing. Going in June. Getting a suite for my fiancé and I and a standard room for the kids. How are part would those rooms be? We don’t want to be too far away from the kids. Any recommendations on keeping our rooms as close as possible while the adults can have a suite? Thank you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks Calvin! That’s excellent! You’ll really enjoy! Congrats too!!! We always have luck going through our travel provider. Generally there is a spot to add special requests to your reservation. Just let them know you want the rooms to be close together. Remind them again when you check in. Enjoy!!!

[@god6ix849]

Went to this place in Feb. best party week ever

[@WherewegoingNext]

Awesome! RIU sure knows how to throw a party 😎🥳

[@god6ix849]

@@WherewegoingNext oh hell yeah. Just filthy mojitos for breakfast

[@WherewegoingNext]

😂😂

[@manhthy]

Hi brother thanks for the video I am planning to go in January but just worry about the water will be cold in the beach which months ru there is the water colder then in Cuba?

[@WherewegoingNext]

The beach is not swimmable in front of the resort due to the undertow. You would have to walk to the right about 10-15 mins to reach a swimmable beach. Not sure about January, but we went in march and the water felt pretty cool. Another thing to note is that the pools are not heated. I would recommend visiting either Cuba or the east coast of Mexico (Mayan riviera or Cancun) if the beach is a very important feature for your trip. Hope that helps!

[@rachelrogers9939]

Planning a Trip to Cabo, and stuck between Baja California and Sante Fe. Your videos are so detailed and I LOVE that you took the time to make these! Question: Staying at Baja California are you able to attend pool parties? I want to nicer rooms and food options but still want the party scene one of the nights. What all is avaiable for Baja Members at Sante Fe (Drinks, food, events) or is it only the water park? Thanks in Advance! I hope youre able to answer.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for the kind words! 😊 glad you enjoyed! From what you said above, I would def recommend you stay at the Baja California! The resort is much newer, so better rooms and HEATED POOLS! Plus, better food and selection. You have access to the other RIUs (Santa Fe and Cabo San Lucas) and yes you can attend the pool parties and events - although we aren’t sure what events are still on due to COVID 🤷🏼‍♀️ when we were there pre-Covid, we ate and drank at the other 2 RIUs without problems. Hope that helps!

[@9Cronaldokid1]

Thanks for the review. I am going in January and can’t decide between riu palace and riu Santa Fe , what would you recommend!?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Always recommend palaces over RIU hotels. Simply because you get more amenities and better food selections. You can always visit the Santa Fe if you stay at the palace, but not vice versa.

[@tamarab.8330]

I am looking to plan an adults-only friends trip in June 2021. Between Santa Fe and Baja California which resorts would you recommend and why? I like both but not sure if we should go adults-only resort or party at Santa fe!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Tamara Buyck hey! I would recommend the Baja California for the adults only, and head over to the Santa Fe when you want more partying. When you’re all partied out, you can escape the noise and get some R&R at RPBC. The accommodations and food options are far superior at RPBC, you’ll be very happy you’re staying at the Palace, but partying at the Santa Fe. Let us know if you have any other questions! Have a wonderful time when the time comes!!!! ☺️☺️

[@tmomgirlbo443]

Thank you Thank you for your tour of the resort... soooo helpful. I do have a question; has anyone been here during the covid restrictions? planning a trip for Nov 2021

[@WherewegoingNext]

I was at a Bahia principe in Mexico in January.

[@tmomgirlbo443]

@@WherewegoingNext were there any restrictions? are the bottles back in the rooms

[@WherewegoingNext]

@@tmomgirlbo443 last I heard. No bottles. Bahia had restrictions on capacity, masks indoors, hand sanitizer coming in the buffets. Watch out Bahia principe tours akumal and Tulum. You’ll see some of the restrictions.

[@pcjaneshim]

Thank you so much for thorough review. Are any of the pools heated? I went to Hyatt Ziva on Jan. 2019 and was a bit cold to swim.

[@WherewegoingNext]

No they’re not heated. They can get a litttttttle cool in the winter months, especially since in the evenings and night time, the temperature can drop

[@Sandersonbree]

Great video thank you nicely detail, do you if June or July is a good time to go?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Right now l, with the pandemic still in effect, anytime is good to go if your country is allowing it! The resort will be much less busy than typical tourism times. We went to Mexico over Christmas and New Years (one of the busiest weeks of the year) and it was MUCH less busy than normal.

[@ben69065]

Hello I have a question, I am staying at the riu Santa fe, I'm curious if you are able to go into the adult only Baja California as well.

[@WherewegoingNext]

You can visit, but you can’t go to the restaurants.

[@Rbeautiful4]

Thanks for sharing

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeanninguyen5635]

Hi love all your videos! Thank you for sharing. We are thinking about booking at this resort but read that this resort has a lot of young party kids. Is this true??

[@kriztennewbold2414]

Do all rooms have balcony’s? We are staying next month!! So excited!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Krizten Newbold amazing ! Have a great time! Yes they all have balcony’s. different views all around the resort. Ground floors have walk out patios.

[@haydentiapon3557]

Hi great video, is it worth going in a RIU palace Cabo San Lucas or the Santa Fe good enough, thanks 🙏

[@WherewegoingNext]

We always recommend a palace over hotel. Just better bang for your buck! If cost isn’t a factor you’ll be happy you upgraded.

[@harrypressman2]

We are going there for the first time in January 2023 and would like to know if there's a direct route along the sandy beach to the Marina. How much time should we allot for a leisurely walk to get there? Or is there a better path behind all the resorts that are along the beach?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Hi there! The fastest way is to walk down the beach. I will take around 30-40 mins depending on how fast you walk. 👍🏻 Alternatively, you can take a taxi or bus which will get you there in 10-15 mins

[@sodapapinski885]

Is eating at the individual restaurants included in all inclusive package or a separate charge?

[@WherewegoingNext]

It’s all included in the package. At the restaurants, they do have some options that are add one, eg tomahawk steaks, full lobsters, etc. That’s just bonus, you can buy it if you want. But plenty of selections if you wanted to stay inside your all inclusive package.

[@TheGleeVids]

what were the drinks like :D and were there abundant options for bars with the all inclusive?

[@WherewegoingNext]

We had drinks at the RIU Party - and they had an excellent selection of cocktails, beers, and wines. I'd say they had a bit of a heavy hand when pouring drinks. There are plenty of bars scattered around the resort - lobby, pools, beaches, etc. Everything at every bar was included with the all-inclusive package. Loved it - because you didn't have to worry about paying - just some tips here and there for good service (at your own discretion) :)

[@jessicauebrick8594]

Awesome Video. Thank you so much! Makes me think if I should stay at the Riu Palace so I can visit all 3 resorts. Looking to do a destination wedding here. When you mentioned taking the water taxi to the island they get about 20 feet from the beach - Is this for all or adults only? Curious about how deep it is or could we jump and walk in. I have some that do not know how to swim yet want to explore over there. Thank you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes, if you’re an you can jump out and walk onto the shore, but not sure how deep the water is 🤔 The palace resorts are great for destination weddings! Good luck!

[@kiathomas9993]

By staying here can we access the splash park? Or is that only if we stay at the Palace?

[@WherewegoingNext]

That’s a good question. I’m not sure about that. 🤔

[@boba2425]

I am scheduled to go in July 2020. Has the COVID changed things there? It looks to be operating as normal....

[@WherewegoingNext]

Bob A 🤔 I don’t think guests are staying at this resort right now. I’d double check with your travel provider, as I don’t know 100%. I know most operators are offering at least vouchers or refunds should you not be able to go. Fingers crossed things settle down and you’re able to enjoy a wonderful and safe vacation!!

[@byebyebye7719]

I’m coming in July!!!!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Amazing!! Enjoy your vacation!! :) :)

[@buttaflyantics8618]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@jenessameier4297]

Just booked a family trip for late April to go here. It’ll be my first time, so excited!!

[@WherewegoingNext]

That’s so exciting! Have fun!

[@maccarrillo5289]

How do we get to the resort from the air port what taxi do you recommend the resort does not have their own now and does not offer it

[@WherewegoingNext]

We've never taken a taxi. We always book through an online vendor (e.g., Air Canada Vacations, and the ground transportation is included). I've also heard if you book directly with the resort, there is transportation included.

[@MashaPan45]

I really love your videos!! You do great job!! Can I ask is this hotel any good compared to the two other? If a person wants to relax by the beach? Thank you

[@WherewegoingNext]

I would say Baja California is the nicest out of the 3 - great rooms, great restaurants, and great pools (the only resort with heated pools). Cabo San Lucas is next best… and Santa Fe is the budget one - great for young people who like a party atmosphere.

[@MashaPan45]

@@WherewegoingNext Thank you!! I really appreciate this.

[@WherewegoingNext]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@kpeezy776]

Are those nightly parties available to guests of the other Rius as well?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes. If you're staying at RIU Palace Los Cabos or Baja California, you can do whatever you want at all 3 resorts. If you're staying at RIU Santa Fe, you are supposed to stay at Santa Fe only.

[@kimhopkins1944]

Are there umbrellas on the beach? I didn’t notice any down there

[@WherewegoingNext]

There weren’t any when we went 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@mylazykitchen8741]

Hi,I'm planning a cabin trip with my family along with two boys one 6 n the other 4 year old ,do you recommend this resort for kids and can we access other resorts of RIU. Thanks in advance

[@WherewegoingNext]

I’m not sure what you mean by a cabin trip? This is an all-inclusive tropical resort - so it won’t give you the cabin vibe. If you are looking for a kid friendly RIU, I would recommend the RIU Palace Cabo San Lucas, not RIU Santa Fe - Santa Fe is more for young adults who like to party. If you stay at the Santa Fe you cannot visit the other RIUs.

[@johnnynguyen813]

May I ask so if I stay at the RIU palace can I eat at the RIU Santa Fe restaurants?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes you can! 👍🏻

[@cynthiamercado8656]

What kind of attire was needed for the restaurants?

[@WherewegoingNext]

They say it should be slightly more than casual, but everyone comes in wearing shorts and flip flops and baseball caps. They only really turn people away if it looks like they just came from the beach, eg swimsuit, tank top, or no shoes, etc.

[@suitsties893]

Great review! How does tipping work at this all inclusive resort?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thank you! It's not required, but its appreciated by the staff. We generally tip a few US dollars for our meals (pending good services), our housekeeping, and any bartenders that treat us well! :)

[@Busybeeee]

Another excellent video! I appreciate the details. I have a garden view room booked for 2 weeks this Monday. I want to be close to the main buffet and restaurants. I wonder if I can request for Villa 6. I’m also nervous about the noise levels. I read reviews stating this hotel is a loud party resort. Do you think villa 6 may be more on the quiet side! Thanks again for this very informative video.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Now that RIU Party has been suspended, this resort won’t be nearly as loud as it used to be. You should be fine.

[@Busybeeee]

@@WherewegoingNext currently at the Riu and you are correct. Noise is not an issue for me. Thanks for the villa 6 tip. I requested a top floor in villa 6 and it’s super quiet. I love this resort but sadly it’s infested of mosquitoes. They are everywhere in my room and resort grounds, been in Mexico 3 months and not a single mosquitoe bite but within the first hour of being here got bitten 8 times!

[@WherewegoingNext]

@@Busybeeee 😲😲 oh no! So sorry to hear that. That’s awful. Can the hotel staff help in any way ?? I’m glad to hear the noise levels aren’t bad though. Hope you enjoy the rest of your time!

[@gabrielmalo330]

Hey ! Me and my 2 friends are 18 and we are looking for a place to meet other young adults and party for a straight week. Is it a good place to go or would you say that the clientele is older than 18 ?

[@WherewegoingNext]

100%. This is one of the biggest party resorts I’ve seen in my travels lol. Lots of young people. It’s even better if RIU Party is in full force! Think it’s postponed until Covid is more under control

[@mlr1958]

My husband and I will be there in a couple of weeks. This place looks great and huge. Do we need to make reservations to go dine at "fancy" restaurants? If so, when do you recommend we make the reservations? Any other recommendations we should be aware or do as soon as we arrive? Thank you for sharing this video. Very excited for our trip!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes, you can make reservations when you check in at the hotel - the good ones book up fast, so the earlier in your trip the better. Can’t think of anything else, other than relax and have a good time!

[@danball55]

If I stay at sante fe, can you eat and drink at Riu palace Cabo San Lucas and Baja California?

[@WherewegoingNext]

No, unfortunately you cannot. You can only visit all the hotels if you stay at one of the palaces. Santa Fe guests must stay / eat at Santa Fe.

[@jeanninguyen5635]

I love all your videos. Since you go to a lot of the Riu resort. Are they all pretty much party hotels? We are looking to go in July and I am having second thoughts on the Santa Fe resort due to hearing it’s a party resorts or is it just because it’s spring break week you are referring to.

[@WherewegoingNext]

This resort tends to be a party resort all year round. The Palace Cabo San Lucas next door will be more family oriented, and the Palace Baja California is a more quiet adults only resort.

[@lukasvidovic5627]

I just stayed with some friends at the Santa Fe in November. I thought the food at Santa Fe was decent, not amazing but decent. We loved the crowd, vibes and atmosphere. We want to go back to Cabo in April and are thinking of staying at the Palace Baja California. Is it worth the up charge? I understand the food is much better however we want to know how the atmosphere is there as well and how far the walk is to the Santa Fe from the Baja …Thank you for your help!

[@WherewegoingNext]

It’s definitely a quieter vibe at the Baja California - mostly couples. The rooms and food are better for sure, and you can easily walk over to Santa Fe (short walk from the lobby or beach) 👍🏻

[@kibo21h]

Hello thinking about booking this place for next year. Are the pool party's all at this riu or one of the different ones?

[@WherewegoingNext]

They are all here 👍🏻

[@yessenialeija8278]

Hi ... loved your video, may I ask what time I may check in and check out?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Checkin is around 3-4pm and checkout is around 11 am.

[@beto5.016]

How far is safe beach to get in the water?

[@WherewegoingNext]

I would say about 15-20 mins walk down the beach to the right. 😌

[@user-wt7pt9ty5n]

Do you know if Baja brewing is close to resort?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Not sure 🤔

[@estherrojas6601]

So this is an all inclusive resort. I have seen all inclusive resort videos and then the comments say that you have to pay an amount to get meals and drinks, hence the resort gives each person gets 20$ per day. This is not that kind if resort is it? We are planning a trip in June. Can’t wait, thanks for the excellent video tour!

[@WherewegoingNext]

No, this resort is a TRUE all-inclusive 👍🏻 the only extras really will be excursions or spa treatments if you choose to do them

[@Reynamtz125]

How many swim up bars are there? Which resort are they to

[@WherewegoingNext]

I believe there are 3 🤔

[@kirkoverstreet]

What’s the best spot to snorkel walking from Resort

[@WherewegoingNext]

Hmm. That’s a good question. We didn’t make it into the ocean much because it was cooler while we were there. Hoping someone else can chime in !

[@jessicagonsalves3180]

Do you have to be 21 to go to the pool parties?

[@WherewegoingNext]

I think so yes. They verify at the doors. But it’s 18. The legal age to drink in Mexico is 18.

[@emeliakazuk5375]

I’ve heard you can’t swim on the beach in los cabos might of missed this in the video, is that true?!

[@WherewegoingNext]

So there’s no law against is, but out in front of the RIU hotels, it can be quite dangerous because over the undertow. Even for exp swimmers. You can walk down a bit to the lagoon area and swim safely there. Or take a water taxi to lovers beach and enjoy the beach there. But yes, it’s a bit of a dagger, not swimming directly out front of the resort😫

[@aniahlust2353]

I'm confuse by seeing the kids splash pad. I thought Santa Fe was party central. Families still book there? Also, my friends have booked palace baja California but its fully booked and I cant get a room. Staying at Santa Fe means I wont be able to visit them but they will be able to visit me? Is that right? Or should I stay at the palace cabo San lucus and then we will all be able to interchangeably visit each other? Palace cabo is the family focused resort though right? I'm so at a loss . Hopefully we come up on a cancellation.

[@WherewegoingNext]

You’re right. Staying at Santa Fe won’t allow you to visit Baja. But they can visit you. The splash pad is sorta off to one end of the compound for any guest to use.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Good luck! Hopefully a room pops up for you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Although it looks like a big resort, it’s not more than a 5-10 min walk maximum. It’s actually nice, it’s a beautiful resort to walk through.

[@aniahlust2353]

@@WherewegoingNext thank you for the response! Do you know if we will be able to dine together? In my google searches many travelers mentioned being able to visit but not have dinner at the other palace? I thought that was strange.

[@WherewegoingNext]

@@aniahlust2353 ohhh. I didn’t think about that. That’s correct, if you’re staying at Santa Fe, you won’t be able to dine at Baja or Cabo San Lucas. However, your friends will be able to come to Santa Fe to join you! Fingers crossed that you can land a room at Baja !

[@sd5gi]

Did you book through an app or directly from hotel website?

[@WherewegoingNext]

We always book through an online vendor. We’re in Canada so we use Sunwing.ca.

[@gabrielreyes8133]

Hey Marc, I recommend you to try the hotel website, or Expedia, sometimes one could be cheaper than the other, and also recommend you to get the bundle deal, you'll end up saving good $200.00 to $400.00 for each ticket! ✌

[@amyzgus]

Can you please list the best restaurants at Riu Santa Fe as per you (which gets booked faster than usual) ? We are travelling in August with my wife and an infant. Your help would be really appreciated 🙏🏻

[@WherewegoingNext]

Sorry, we didn’t try the ala carte restaurants at Santa Fe, just the buffet.

[@lydiafonseca17]

How far is it from d airport?

[@WherewegoingNext]

It’s about a 45 min drive from San Jose Cabo Airport.